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Process Engineer II
Position Description
Job Summary
JOB SUMMARY
Main duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: This position will support the asphalt roofing products manufacturing operation through direct participation and commitment to World Class Manufacturing in the areas of safety, cost, quality, and the delivery of existing/new products, processes, and methods. The position is responsible for initiating, developing, implementing, and maintaining production processes in conjunction with production personnel. The position will help define process parameters and offer the engineering support that will allow manufacturing to meet established product specifications, quality standards, productivity objectives, lead times and safety standards. The engineer will identify and pursue projects which require experience and judgment to deal with a variety of variables. These projects frequently involve interaction with other disciplines and vendors.
JOB FUNCTIONS AND TASKS
Improve production efficiency and enhance profitability through the application of World Class Manufacturing principles using Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing tools.
Implement Cost savings Projects arrived through data driven losses in Material, Downtime and Waste.
Provide hands-on assistance to Operators and Manufacturing personnel on the production floor to identity opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions.
Plan, devise, design, and participate in the completion of capital and non-capital projects in any technical area of the plant. Improve manufacturing capability, process control, product quality, and fixed or variable costs.
Lead, direct, develop, and train personnel on new processes, equipment, and procedures as required while maintaining existing process documentation. Assist in the development of standard operating procedures and work instructions.
Provides general technical support and leadership to the plant supervisory and hourly employees.
Write project reports and make oral presentations of work progress to articulate and convey project developments to all appropriate supervisory, management, and manufacturing personnel.
Maintain technical competence and keep informed on new developments in materials, process technology, and product applications to ensure that the most appropriate methods and materials are used.
Responsible for compliance with applicable corporate and governmental guidelines, rules, and regulations pertaining to health, safety, and environmental issues.
Assist with Root Cause Failure Analysis investigations for losses in productivity and machine downtimes.
Perform risk assessments and assist with creating and updating job safety analysis. Conduct weekly SMAT Audits.
Participate in Incident and Near Miss investigations to determine root cause and corrective actions.
Support of the product line providing production management and technical support to both the internal and external customer base
Supports all ISA (Internal System Audits) activity.
Participate in the plant’s World Class Manufacturing (WCM) initiatives.
Responsible for compliance with applicable corporate and governmental guidelines, rules, and regulations pertaining to proper business controls, legal and EHS issues.
Responsibility for projects that are typically significant assignments within the annual plant objectives and may involve new products or processes and/or expansion of capabilities. Considerable ingenuity and the ability to work independently would be expected.
Required Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Training and demonstrated understanding of statistical methods especially relating to SPC and Six Sigma principles.
Previous experience with process optimization
Experience with new process implementation in a production environment
Ability to diagnose and prioritize opportunities in areas of savings, throughput improvement, and yield improvement.
Must be able to design experiments and provide statistical analysis of those trials as to effectiveness.
Seasoned knowledge of engineering theories and principles that would normally be acquired through a bachelor’s degree is required (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering preferred).
Strong computer skills, excellent time management, analytical, flexible in adapting to changing situations and business conditions.
High skill and comfort level with Auto cad, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
2-5 years’ experience in an appropriate manufacturing environment.
Willing to learn and grow from current experienced engineers, operators, maintenance craftsman and manufacturing employees.
Company Summary
WHY WORK FOR US
Through the responsible development of innovative and sustainable building products, CertainTeed, headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, has helped shape the building products industry for more than 110 years. Founded in 1904 as General Roofing Manufacturing Company, the firm's slogan "Quality Made Certain, Satisfaction Guaranteed," inspired the name CertainTeed. Today, CertainTeed is a leading North American brand of exterior and interior building products, including roofing, siding, fence, decking, railing, trim, insulation, drywall and ceilings.
A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world’s largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,300 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada. www.certainteed.com
Legal Statement
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
Process Engineer II
Location: Wilmington, California
Posting Date: 04/18/2024
Job Code: USA08759
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